Nimali Ranaweera
Manager Human Resources
Colombo
Summary
Results-driven HR professional offering 15+ years in achieving positive human resources results for service / manufacturing sector companies. Articulate negotiator skillful in supporting competitive company growth by sourcing top-quality applicants for critical roles. Organized planner with excellent team leadership and program management abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Head of Human Resources
Indra Traders (Pvt) Ltd
Kandy - (From 1st August 2019 – 29th February 2020
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Manager - Human Resources
UB Finance Co Ltd
Colombo
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
Manager - Human Resources
Melsta Regal Finance Ltd / Melstacorp Limited
Colombo
01.2013 - 11.2016
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
Alliance Finance Co PLC
Colombo
09.2010 - 12.2013
- Managed employee compensation plans.
- Filed employee paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
Assistant Director - Human Resources
Agricultural & Agrarian Insurance Board
Colombo
01.2010 - 09.2010
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
- Coordinated work activities for HR managers, specialists and recruiting agents.
- Established critical strategic partnerships with several private equity agencies to provide full HR services to portfolio companies.
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
Assistant Manager – Human Resources
Dave Tractors (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo
10.2008 - 12.2009
- Managed employee compensation plans.
- Filed employee paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka 04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma in HRM - Human Resources Management
University of Kelaniya
Kelaniya, Sri Lanka 04.2001 -
Master of Education - Education
Lincoln University Collage
Malaysia 09.2023 - Current
Skills
Recruitment
Succession planning
Benefits and compensation management
Workforce improvements
Labor negotiations
Organizational Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Achieved People Development Awards, Sri Lanka - 2014
- Alliance Finance Marketing and Service Awards - 2012
Timeline
Master of Education - Education
Lincoln University Collage
09.2023 - Current
Head of Human Resources
Indra Traders (Pvt) Ltd
08.2019 - 02.2020
Manager - Human Resources
UB Finance Co Ltd
07.2017 - 07.2019
Manager - Human Resources
Melsta Regal Finance Ltd / Melstacorp Limited
01.2013 - 11.2016
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
Alliance Finance Co PLC
09.2010 - 12.2013
Assistant Director - Human Resources
Agricultural & Agrarian Insurance Board
01.2010 - 09.2010
Assistant Manager – Human Resources
Dave Tractors (Pvt) Ltd
10.2008 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Colombo
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma in HRM - Human Resources Management
University of Kelaniya
04.2001 -